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5. Internship in connection with studies

For whom

Foreign students with a B our L permit who are required to complete a mandatory internship in their course of study must apply to the OCPM for authorisation.

Foreign students residing in another canton must also apply for work authorisation from the OCPM.

Foreign students domiciled abroad who wish to do an internship in Switzerland as part of their studies must apply for a work permit.

When

The application must be submitted before the sart of the internship.

Terms

The internship must be an integral part of the studies (according to the plan submitted).

The duration of the internship must be less than half the duration of the complete studies.

The application for an internship must be filed whether or not the internship is paid.

An internship carried out in an international organisation does not qualify for a legitimation card. It is subject to the same rules as any other internship in the canton.

The student must wait for the work authorisation before starting the internship.

Attachments

  • form E duly completed, dated et signed by the beneficiary and the employer
  • colour copy of a valid I.D.
  • certificate from the school confirming that the internship is an intergral part of the studies.

Price

Payment is made by invoice.

See our Taxes and fees table

Processing times

Processing times can be consulted on this page: Délais de traitement moyens des demandes déposées à l'OCPM | ge.ch

Apply for an internship

Your application must be sent by postal mail.

Last updated
11 March 2025

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